AintItCool reported that veteran showrunner Paul Lieberstein will not continue with “The Office” after this season, preferring to concentrate on “The Farm,” a potential spin-off starring Rainn Wilson (Dwight Shrute). Lieberstein also plays the role of Toby Flenderson on the show.

According to the site, Lieberstein's departure has led Krasinski, Fischer, Helms and Novak to rethink remaining with the show for season 9.